The Cud Life
9.8
Exceptional(114 reviews)
Ripon Rd, Killinghall, Harrogate HG3 2AU, United Kingdom
+44 1423 565855
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Hotel Description
The Cud Life, located at Ripon Rd, Killinghall, Harrogate HG3 2AU, United Kingdom, offers a warm and inviting stay in the picturesque town of Harrogate. This charming hotel is nestled in a quiet, tranquil setting, perfect for those looking to explore the beauty of the Yorkshire countryside. Within just a short drive, guests can reach local attractions such as Ripley Castle, Fountains Abbey, and RHS Garden Harlow Carr, each offering a unique experience steeped in history and natural beauty. The hotel’s design exudes comfort and warmth, creating an ideal retreat after a day of sightseeing.
Accommodations at The Cud Life are thoughtfully designed, with each room featuring cozy and spacious layouts that make guests feel at home. Many rooms are equipped with convenient kitchenettes, allowing for self-catering during longer stays. Guests have praised the pristine bathrooms for their modern design and excellent amenities.
Special amenities include pet-friendly and kid-friendly facilities, making The Cud Life an excellent choice for families and those traveling with pets. Guests have often mentioned the exceptional service, ensuring a relaxing stay. The property’s proximity to notable restaurants like The Pickled Sprout, Piccolino Harrogate, and Farmhouse guarantees that guests can enjoy a variety of dining options just a short taxi ride away.
Public transportation is easily accessible, with Leeds Bradford Airport just a 31-minute taxi ride away. Additionally, the hotel is within walking distance of local transport hubs, such as the Starbeck station and Warren Lodge, allowing guests to explore Harrogate and its surroundings with ease.
The Cud Life also places a strong emphasis on health and safety, with cleaning protocols in place to ensure guests' well-being. Guests can take full advantage of the rich cultural and natural experiences around them, including visits to National Trust - Brimham Rocks, Mother Shipton’s Cave, and other local landmarks. Whether you are in Harrogate for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous exploration, The Cud Life offers an unforgettable stay.
Accommodations at The Cud Life are thoughtfully designed, with each room featuring cozy and spacious layouts that make guests feel at home. Many rooms are equipped with convenient kitchenettes, allowing for self-catering during longer stays. Guests have praised the pristine bathrooms for their modern design and excellent amenities.
Special amenities include pet-friendly and kid-friendly facilities, making The Cud Life an excellent choice for families and those traveling with pets. Guests have often mentioned the exceptional service, ensuring a relaxing stay. The property’s proximity to notable restaurants like The Pickled Sprout, Piccolino Harrogate, and Farmhouse guarantees that guests can enjoy a variety of dining options just a short taxi ride away.
Public transportation is easily accessible, with Leeds Bradford Airport just a 31-minute taxi ride away. Additionally, the hotel is within walking distance of local transport hubs, such as the Starbeck station and Warren Lodge, allowing guests to explore Harrogate and its surroundings with ease.
The Cud Life also places a strong emphasis on health and safety, with cleaning protocols in place to ensure guests' well-being. Guests can take full advantage of the rich cultural and natural experiences around them, including visits to National Trust - Brimham Rocks, Mother Shipton’s Cave, and other local landmarks. Whether you are in Harrogate for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous exploration, The Cud Life offers an unforgettable stay.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Pet-friendly and kid-friendly accommodations
2. Convenient kitchenettes in each room for self-catering
3. Modern and pristine bathrooms with excellent amenities
4. Close proximity to Ripley Castle, Fountains Abbey, and RHS Garden Harlow Carr
5. Exceptional customer service praised by previous guests
6. Easy access to local transport hubs including Starbeck station
7. Near top dining options such as The Pickled Sprout and Piccolino Harrogate
8. Health and safety protocols to ensure guests' well-being
9. Scenic surroundings with numerous outdoor activities and historical attractions
10. A tranquil retreat in Harrogate, perfect for family getaways
6.0 Good
Location rating
Top sights
Fountains Abbey
19 min
RHS Garden Harlow Carr12 min
Ripley Castle6 min
National Trust - Brimham Rocks19 min
Mother Shipton's Cave13 min
Nearest locations
LILYPAD
7 min
Cattlemen's Grill7 min
Taverna7 min
Oliveta Harrogate8 min
Piccolino Harrogate9 min
Essenza Bar & Tapas9 min
Pranzo Italian Harrogate9 min
Farmhouse10 min
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Good to know
| Location rating | 6.0 |
| Nearest airport | Leeds Bradford Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 31 min |
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Location
Ripon Rd, Killinghall, Harrogate HG3 2AU, United Kingdom
Airports:
Leeds Bradford Airport
Taxi: 31 min
Transit: 1 hr 6 min
Manchester Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 52 min
Transit: 3 hr 16 min
Transit:
Starbeck
Taxi: 12 min
Walking: 1 hr 22 min
Warren Lodge
Walking: 8 min
Addison Villas
Walking: 11 min
Hornbeam Park
Taxi: 14 min
Walking: 1 hr 22 min
Harrogate
Taxi: 9 min
Walking: 57 min
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6.0
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Pets
Pet-friendly
Children
Kid-friendly
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Jayne_W09
5/5
A brilliant stay from the moment we arrived to the day we packed up for home.|This campsite is a absolute gem.|The facilities are clean, tidy and warm with the added luxury of a hairdryer and hair straighteners. …
Colin Cook
5/5
Wish i could leave 50 stars! Beautiful quiet and peaceful campsite with beautiful views of the countryside and surrounded by cows and sheep. Tanya is lovely to deal with and Mark who manages the site is an absolute legend. He's friendly, knows loads about the area and goes out of his way to make sure everyone has a great timeThere are only 2 loos and showers on site (both unisex) but with such a small site we didn't have to wait at any time. The showers are great, no button to keep pressing and adjustable temperature. There's a baby change unit, hairdryer and straighteners. Fridge outside with an honesty box for local produce, and a wonderful cookery equipment shop which also sells amazing cakesBus stop not too far away and absolutely loads to see and do in the area100% going to be returning
Ian Brown
4/5
This was our second visit to the cud life stopped a week each time, makes a nice base for exploring the area.
We were in our caravan, and its always been nice and quiet with good toilet and shower block will visit again
Ian Dibsdall
5/5
We rented Humblebee cottage for a week and it was absolutely delightful! Tanya, Annie and Mark made us very welcome, the home-made ginger cake waiting for us in the kitchen didn't last long :-) The cottage itself was spotless, clean and tidy, plenty of space for the four of us and WiFi on tap to help plan days out. It was an ideal base for exploring the waterfalls and wilds of the Dales and Moors, ambling round the Shambles in York, taking tea at Betty's in Harrogate and visiting the Royal Armoury museum in Leeds. Not to mention a local hidden gem of the Spruisty Bridge within a short walk. The cottage's kitchen was fully equipped, so we could make dinners and breakfast with fresh eggs from the little shop ("Cooking Fantastic") on site. We stayed long enough to need to use the washing machine, but couldn't find enough drying racks - Tanya and her lads immediately magicked one for us out of knitting wool and stools to save the day!We had a great stay in a beautiful part of the country, and wanted to thank Tanya, Annie and Mark.
LP
Lynn P
5/5
Lovely quiet campsite with countryside views. Everything you could want in terms of facilities. Super friendly and even a shop selling home baked cake. Lovely 6 mile walk from the site exploring Harrogate. Loads of local buses stop at the end of the lane.
Joanne Clark
5/5
Really enjoyed our camping staff. Those running the site were helpful and friendly. So quiet and peaceful with beautiful views all round.Loved that each pitch had plenty of room and wasn't overfilled to max profits..they really do have the camping experience as priority. The facilities don't look much from first glance but they were very clean and had beautifully hot showers, hairdryers and straighteners! Fridge and freezer with some lovely looking locak produce in to buy and a great washing up area.What a great base to go exploring nearby towns . Will be back. One of our firm faves now
Stephen Nash
5/5
A wonderful quiet campsite, lovely views and friendly owners, couldn't want for more
Service 5
Location5
Rebecca Edgecombe
5/5
From the warm welcome by Annie and interactions with Mark over our stay this site stands out from the rest as being so friendly and warm without being claustrophobic. The site itself was perfect - not cramped or busy as they count people not pitches and beautifully kept. The toilet block was unisex which took a bit of getting used to compared to others but made perfect sense here. It was consistently spotless and well stocked. Easy walk to either the farm shop when open or the local supermarket shop and great transport links by bus, train or road. We used a variety to get around with no problems. We needed levelling blocks for our van which we carry with us but I’m sure could have been asked for if not. Despite living rurally we loved waking up to the cows in the morning and wildlife spotting in the fields. The simple and very sensible rules and guidelines ensured safety and comfort for all and our young (and sometimes excitable!) terrier was made very welcome. We really hope this site continues as it’s obviously been created with great care and love and that shows through in its uniqueness. We tend to keep to ourselves when we go away but people were so friendly here it was impossible not to really enjoy interacting with others. Thank you for a lovely stay.
LH
LYN H
5/5
A lovely big hard standing caravan pitch with smashing views. The staff, with special mention to Marvellous Mark, could not have been more pleasant and helpful. Killinghall and Harrogate within walking distance if you are reasonably fit, otherwise regular bus service from the end of the road.
S M
5/5
Great campsite , clean and tidy , bus service at end of lane takes you into Harrogate , warm and friendly welcome , couldn't do more for you , thank you .
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
mark
5/5
Yeah …. Bloody love this place…. Mark …. You are a legend and shop is totally decent…. Highly highly highly recommended ….And their hard line on dogs being in leashes is totally 100% supported by me, I don’t send my kids to your tent/caravan, don’t send your fur balls to mine …
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paul m
5/5
We visited between 9th-12th April in our caravan. Great directions given on leaving Killinghall. …
Daz G
5/5
Beautiful setting and site, 5g signal, good facilities, the on site shop is amazing. Fresh local produce and cakes, loads of cooking supplies. Will definitely return for another visit. Handy bus service at the end of the lane so don’t have to drive to local towns.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
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Cath H
5/5
Excellent campsite. Really friendly owners, couldn’t be more helpful. Beautiful fresh food and a well stocked shop. |Lovely, quiet location which is easy to access and well placed for visiting Harrogate and knaresborough. Had such a nice stay, thank you. Will definitely visit again.
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t s
5/5
Great views friendly and helpful staff. There was cake waiting for us when we arrived and fresh milk in the fridge. The cottage was really clean and well equipped. We all enjoyed the stay. It's close to the centre of Harrogate and there are several really nice places to eat out if you prefer. Beds were comfy.
Lynne French
5/5
Excellent campsite. Great facilities. Fantastic location
Service 5
Location5
Karen Murphy
5/5
We recently spent 3 nights on the little caravan site. This was our first visit & we can't wait to return . Great location , Mark was a superstar & Annie in the Cook shop ( which is fab !!!!) was absolutely gorgeous . Bus stop at the end of the drive , very handy for either Harrogate or Ripon !Great little site , highly recommend!
ken Simpson
5/5
Lovely place, very relaxing stay.. the hosts are warm and friendly. Lots of wildlife and close to Harrogate. Highly recommend this site
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
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janet d
5/5
Our first stay here with our caravan; hopefully not the last.|After reading reviews of The Cud Life on various media platforms, this place comes out top.|A quiet, relaxing place with a fantastic cookshop on site. …
Brian Allott
5/5
Great caravan site.
Service 5
Location5